Quality Score
72
Good
Training Costs
25/25No fuel surcharge · Pricing published
DPE Availability
0/19No DPE on staff
Onsite Maintenance
19/19Maintenance performed onsite
Key Staff Credentials
6/11IA, CFI on staff
Fleet Quality & Size
4/89 aircraft, no WAAS/EFIS/glass avionics listed
Website Transparency
3/3Description, Website listed
Base (15) + components above = 72
About
Jerry Trimble Helicopters is a Part 61 flight school located at McMinnville Municipal Airport in McMinnville, Oregon. We offer comprehensive helicopter and fixed-wing flight training from private pilot through CFI, instrument rating, commercial, and ATP. Our fleet includes Robinson R-22, R-44, R-66, MD-500C, Cessna 172, and Piper Aztec. We also offer aircraft rentals, scenic flights, wine tours, photo flights, student housing, and aircraft maintenance including Robinson overhauls.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
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| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $110 – $435/hr | $7,600 – $30,400 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $25 – $95/hr | $975 – $3,950 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $25 – $95/hr | $470 – $1,880 |
| Estimated Total Range | $9,100 – $36,200 | ||
Instruction Rates
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Flight Instruction$25 – $95/hr
Ground Instruction$25 – $95/hr
CFI Training$40 – $165/hr